This is an excellent choice for shoes.  We have 6 boys, and this dark color, with easy-open handles, is a huge improvement over a white cube of shelves we had previously.  When we installed the second board inside the drawer, we moved it to the farthest back slot, so we could fit shoes that belong to our oldest sons (14 & 16).  Booots don't fit, but we can get athletic & school uniform shoes in easily...4 pairs per drawer.  I think this will be a huge time-saver for getting ready for school in the mornings!